If you believe you or a loved one has suffered due to substandard medical care, Whelan Law is here to help. With decades of experience and a focused approach to medical negligence law, we provide clear, compassionate legal guidance to those who need it most.
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Medical negligence occurs when a patient suffers harm due to the failure of a healthcare professional or institution to provide care that meets an acceptable standard. This can include misdiagnosis, delayed treatment, surgical errors, prescription mistakes, or failures during childbirth.
If the care received was below standard and caused injury or worsened an existing condition, it may form the basis of a legal claim.
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Misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis – including serious conditions such as stroke or lung cancer
Surgical errors – operating on the wrong site, leaving foreign objects inside the body, or preventable post-surgical infections
Birth injuries – negligence during pregnancy or labour that causes harm to the mother or baby
Medication errors – incorrect dosage, drug interactions, or prescribing the wrong medication
Negligent aftercare – failure to provide appropriate follow-up leading to deterioration
Each case is unique. We can help you understand whether the care you received was negligent and if you have grounds to take legal action.
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At Whelan Law, we take pride in offering expert, personalised legal support. Our team will:
Arrange an initial consultation to understand your circumstances
Obtain relevant medical records and expert opinions
Advise you clearly on the strengths of your case
Represent you in mediation or in court, if needed
We approach each case with care and discretion, understanding the sensitivity involved when a person has suffered due to medical treatment gone wrong.
Whether the harm was physical, psychological or financial — we help clients get answers, accountability and, where appropriate, financial redress.
Medical negligence claims in Ireland must generally be brought within two years of the date of knowledge of the injury. That’s why it’s important to seek legal advice as soon as possible. Not sure if you have a case? Speak to us in confidence — our initial advice is free.
To qualify as medical negligence, the care provided must fall below a reasonable professional standard and must have caused actual harm.